Diamond 40th Anniversary Collectibles Headline February PREVIEWS
BALTIMORE, MD — Diamond Comic Distributors, the world’s largest distributor of comics, graphic novels, and pop culture merchandise, announced in February the upcoming release of numerous PREVIEWS Exclusive collectibles, including collectibles featuring Diamond’s 40th-anniversaryth anniversary commemorative logo sticker. On February 1st, Diamond celebrated 40 years of service. In celebration of this milestone anniversary, Diamond plans to announce exclusive 40th Anniversary PREVIEWS Exclusive collectibles year-round.
Disguise Limited announced a pair of 40th Anniversary PREVIEWS Exclusive masks. The Nightmare Before Christmas’ infamous Boogieman from Halloweentown, Oogie Boogie (NOV218424, SRP $24.99), and the iconic Green Power Ranger (NOV218425, SRP $24.99) take the shape of oversized Funko-inspired masks. These one-size, glow-in-the-dark vacuform masks are lightweight for wearability and feature half-tone printing to preserve the integrity of the character’s face while allowing the wearer easy visibility.
Surreal Entertainment announced a pair of 40th Anniversary PREVIEWS Exclusives collectibles. These classic-style tin lunch boxes come with matching thermos feature some of the most unforgettable moments in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles history. The Classic Comic #1 Lunchbox (NOV218909, SRP $24.99) features the foreboding foursome in their first appearance of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird’s now-iconic TMNT comic. The Last Ronin Lunchbox (NOV218910, SRP $24.99) features art from the gritty TMNT story that changed comics forever, telling the dystopian tale of the lone survivor of the honorable four who will stop at nothing to avenge his fallen family.
Also featuring the fan-favorite TMNT tale, The Last Ronin, Playmates announced a 40th Anniversary PREVIEWS Exclusive figure. The Last Ronin Action Figure (NOV218961, SRP $29.99) is a meticulously detailed and highly poseable figure with 14 points of articulation. The figure comes with an array of accessories including Don’s bo staff, Mikey’s nunchaku, Raph’s twin sai, and both of Leo’s katanas, one with a broken blade, as well as a grappling hook and rope that fasten to his accessory belt. Also available is a limited black-and-white chase variant. Chase figures are packed randomly and cannot be guaranteed with purchase.
Tamashii Nations announced their 40th Anniversary PREVIEWS Exclusive line of new figures from Dragon Ball. The five Fear Android Ichibansho figures are expertly crafted and meticulously sculpted in their most popular poses to look like their respective anime characters. Each Fear Android non-scale PVC figure is exclusive to North America and comes packaged in a printed box featuring limited edition 40th Anniversary PX branding.
Funko announced the PREVIEWS Exclusive Vinyl SODA figure of Goliath (JUL218278, SRP $13.99), from the classic Disney animated television series Gargoyles. Leader of the Manhattan Clan, the ancient Goliath stands 4 1/4-inch tall and comes packaged in a retro-styled soda can along with a collectible disc. Also available is a stone chase variant. Chase figures are packed randomly and cannot be guaranteed with purchase.
Sentinel announced the PREVIEWS Exclusive Yoroiden Samurai Troopers Chodankado Inferno Armor action figure (DEC219429, SRP $145.00). Inferno Armor, the armor that came forth from the void, is now available in the CHOU-DAN-KADOU action figure series. The attachable armor can be equipped to the included action figure or displayed on its own. The set includes two types of optional wrist parts, three optional expression parts, Swords of Fervor (Gouretsu Ken), sword sheaths, connecting parts for Swords of Fervor, and a frame base.
These PREVIEWS Exclusive figures are available for pre-order at comic shops through PREVIEWSworld PullBox. To find a comic shop near you, visit www.comicshoplocator.com
Retailers interested in placing wholesale orders for these PREVIEWS Exclusive items are encouraged to place their orders online. Business owners interested in opening an account should contact Diamond Comic Distributors’ New Accounts Department at newaccounts@diamondcomics.com.